Do you ever feel like living with a chronic illness is a long drawn out journey with no end in sight? You feel like going another mile is just way too overwhelming and you’re so focused on your pain that you can’t look around to view the scenery.

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Recently, I read an article that stated nearly half of all Americans live with chronic illness of some sort. Astonishingly, over 75% of marriages that are affected by chronic illness end in divorce. Spouses who are caregivers are 6 times more likely to suffer from depression.

It’s here, it’s upon us! The holiday season is now in full swing. Christmas with chronic illness is hard and I wondered, are you feeling it yet? Discouragement, overwhelm, frustration, defeat? I wanted to encourage you before you go too far down that road. I know it all too well! I’ve experienced it, lived it and quite frankly, I’m writing this to remind myself.

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I'm so glad you're here! I'm a faithful wife & homeschool mom who found myself in the trenches with chronic Lyme Disease. I discovered that it is possible to Abound In HOPE during those dark times and I learned how my family and I could regain our health. I share valuable information about tick-borne diseases as well as encouragement for the journey! Read more on my About page.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Tricia, Abounding in Hope with Lyme, is a not a doctor and is not able to diagnose, prescribe a treatment plan or give medical advice. Tricia's intention is only to share her experience and no information here is to be used as medical advice. Please seek appropriate medical care.